Europe and German Business News Update – May 13th 2025

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latest insights from the German market…..

Today is May 13th 2025.

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and here are today's top stories.

Property prices in Germany's major cities are picking up again. The
new index from the Pfandbrief banks points to rising values in
metropolitan areas. Outgoing Vonovia CEO Rolf Buch views this as a
sign of market recovery.

In the United States, persistent inflation is delaying further
interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. However, the stock
market is reacting positively. A new tariff agreement between the
U.S. and China has lifted shares of companies like Infineon and
Daimler Truck.

Meanwhile, the energy sector is seeing a surge in hybrid
parks—facilities combining wind, solar, and battery storage. These
are expected to boost supply security and ease the pressure on
electricity grids.

Savers in Germany are facing the return of zero interest rates. A
Verivox analysis found that 52 banks are no longer offering
interest on daily savings accounts. On the flip side, the 2024 tax
return allows for broader deductions, including for digital
subscriptions and tech equipment.

And in banking, Unicredit has reported record profits while
intensifying its push to acquire Commerzbank. But the German bank
is resisting, backed by its own strong quarterly results.

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